MALDIVES

Magic in the Maldives!

This was my third Helios retreat and surpassed all expectations. The Maldives is magical and a very special place for a fitness retreat! It was great having a reunion with the retreaters from Mykonos and meeting new retreaters. From morning hiit workouts to afternoon yoga and snorkelling and cocktails in between; you couldn’t ask for more. A big shout out to Danny, Katy and Adam for running the retreat and putting us through our paces and another one to the Anantara family who were faultless.

I will return!

My expectations were high after an amazing first trip with Helios to Mykonos however the Maldives was even more special. Waking up every morning in a luxurious water bungalow in paradise; then riding your bike across the island to the morning workouts is something I’ll miss forever!

Danny and Adam bring the positive vibes every morning and are the perfect hosts for Helios! Their passion for what they do is obvious, they really do ensure everyone is well looked after and having the best time. There was a great balance of exercise and relaxation during the whole week, plenty of time to work out, relax, snorkel, grab a massage and get to happy hour!

The Maldives retreat is going to be a very hard one to beat, it was absolute bliss from start to finish and an experience I’ll never forget!

The best retreat!! Anantara Maldives!

Wellness, Exercises and Paradise - all thanks to Helios Retreats. From the moment you sign up, you stay well informed about the retreat ahead with a one to one call with Hugo the founder.

This was my first retreat, and what a place to be. Not only quality time with my best friend, we trained hard on the beach with the best trainer Danny, who made the sessions hard & fun at the same time, amazing and beautiful yoga sessions with Katy and during all of this, the very talented Adam was capturing all these beautiful moments for us, pictures and videos. The whole group of retreaters were all lovely and miss our time together, especially the meals!! Highly recommend Helios!

Helios Maldives retreat…just wow! I had high expectations for this retreat but they were blown away on day 1 when I saw our stunning resort and overwater villas. Workouts with Danny & Adam were fun and well organised followed by Katy’s yoga sessions where tired muscles were stretched out…ready for more action the next day! Social activities were great too…cocktail party & movie night under the stars. Take me back!

The Maldives retreat! If you’re thinking about it, DO IT, you won’t regret it. I can’t say more amazing things about this retreat . One of the most beautiful accommodations in an over water bungalow in the most luxe resort that you’d only imagine seeing in movies. Helios made this possible in real time. And if you think you’ve ever seen the most crystal clear blue water, you haven’t been to Maldives yet!
My favorite highlights of the trip were beach workouts with Danny, morning yoga with Katy, and group dinners at sunset. I also went off on my own for a little scuba adventure to see the sea life, it was spectacular, as expected. I appreciated the inclusive environment the staff provided to accommodate all fitness levels and demonstrate modifications as needed. I appreciated Katy’s acceptance to beginner yogis like myself, as I don’t normally strive in yoga but she was so patient and made me feel so confident in improving my form and continuing. This is my second Helios retreat (first was Mykonos- also highly recommend) & I already can not wait for the next one!

My time with Helios Retreats in the Maldives was absolutely unforgettable! The setting at Anantara Veli was pure magic—stunning views, crystal-clear waters, and the perfect backdrop for a week of fitness, relaxation, and connection.

What truly made this retreat special were the incredible people I met. Sharing this experience with such an inspiring group made every moment even more meaningful.

The fitness classes with Kofi were spot on—challenging, energizing, and exactly what I needed to push myself. And after all the hard work, yoga with Katy was the perfect way to stretch, unwind, and soak in the peaceful surroundings.

A retreat that left me feeling stronger, refreshed, and so grateful—I can’t wait for the next one! 💙✨

Helios Maldives was an absolute dream. Book it without hesitation! I have done a few Helios Retreats; each has been amazing and every time beyond expectations. The format of 8am workout (motivating and great fun, this time with Kofi from Barrys London), 9am yoga (with sunrise yoga on request) with the amazing Katy Ingulli who is so clear to follow and has such a peaceful presence, and 10am brunch (incredible food) is a great format that starts every day. The island itself could have had 6 stars; the white sand and colour of the sea has to be seen to be believed, and the water bungalows were exquisite (loved the urns of water at each door to ladle off sandy feet) and the overwater spa was utter bliss (exceptional treatments at both spas).